Which of the Following Statements Is True Regarding Pulp Capping

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true regarding pulp capping?

• A)Some of the carious dentin is left in the tooth to promote self-healing of the dentin so pulp exposure can be avoided.
• B)With direct pulp capping the tooth is nonvital and material is placed to protect the pulp.
• C)Indirect pulp capping is a permanent procedure, but the patient needs to be informed because problems may develop later and periodic monitoring is necessary.
• D)The goals of indirect pulp capping are to promote pulpal healing by removing all of the decay and to stimulate the production of reparative dentin through placement of calcium hydroxide.

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